How crappy are factory rods really?
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How crappy are factory rods really?
I am really considering boring my 350 and using Probe forged pistons. I would use ARP bolts and resize. The 330 crank was balanced with 18cc Speed Pro forged pistons and factory rods. I sold the pistons and rods. I will have 350 and 403 rods to use. Do the added weight of 403 rods negate the benefits in a 350? I will be maybe using nitrous. The Probe pistons are considerbly lighter and have a taller compression height. The crank looks good to go as is, would just need cleaned and balanced. I have kept the journals oiled in my shop.
#2
I always used stock 350 rods and the only problem I ever had was when it dropped a valve and turned one into a Z shape. All were used to 6200 repeatedly. Never used giggle gas tho.
It has been pounded into my head "lighter is better". I feel the SB rods are fairly strong. How much does each weigh?
It has been pounded into my head "lighter is better". I feel the SB rods are fairly strong. How much does each weigh?
#9
this is a quote from a major engine rebuilder and i personally would not push something to a breaking point. 500 flywheel horsepower for factory rods or 400 at the wheels. I always build things at least 10 to 15 percent stronger for playing room or error room.
#10
If a rod manufacturer puts a HP rating on a set of rods, you can bet your butt that rating is very under-rated plain and simple.
#11
Not only that, but it takes a LOT of cam and cylinder head to get an honest 500 HP out of a 350. Stock rods with .0025 clearance and ARP bolts will be fine.
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I think they will do just fine. I think sticking with my stock pistons is the route I will go. Pretty sure I will buy bare Pro Comp heads. I will mill them to 65cc. That will give me 9 to 1 on the 350, 10 to 1 on the 403 stroker. I am thinking the Lunati high efficiency 207/207 .461/.461 on 112 lsa. I will get matching springs and 1.7 roller rockers. 2200-2500 stall on the 4L60E and 700 cfm high flow tbi with the stock sbc 350 computer.
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